We recommend media blasting beecause it is non-toxic and does a very good job of removing stains and cleaning logs. Additionally, interior water damage is not a problem because no water is used during the process.

Power washing can create an undesirable surface texture which can be described as a felting and fuzzing effect. It is necessary to take precautions to protect the interior of your home from water damage prior to the process. Once the process is complete, you must allow the logs to dry before applying any stain.

Chinking & Log Caulking FAQ's

Log chinking is an elastic sealing material that has a coarse surface which is designed to look like old fashioned mortar and is used with backer rod on larger joints. Log home caulking is a highly elastic sealing material that has either a smooth or textured finish and is mainly used on smaller joints such as log corners, saddle notches or homes that are designed as “chinkless style homes”. Log home caulking in general is designed to be used in areas where the joint to be sealed is too shallow to allow room for backing material.

It is best to apply a stain that is compatible with the chinking first. The stain acts as a primer for the chinking and normally improves the overall adhesion of the chinking material. Additionally, it makes the clean up process for the chinking material much easier.

It is difficult to keep maintenance coats of stain off the existing chinking material. The stain can be brushed on by hand in an attempt to keep it off the chinking, but this can be very time consuming. Simply paint over the chink line to restore the original color of the chinking.

The entire process is rather easy. Begin with a clean surface. Gun the new chinking material over the torn area, and tool the new chinking material onto the old chinking material. The old and new chinking material should bond together.Watch our video to learn how to repair your chinking!

Note: This situation usually occurs because of an improper application or because a few large logs have settled.

Oil based stains have a strong odor and require the use of solvents during the clean-up process. Oil-based stains create a poor surface for adhesion of caulking and chinking. Water based stain products are environmentally friendly and UV stable. They work in conjunction with water based sealants, have a low VOC and are easy to clean up.

Yes. All of Weatherall’s stain products have a standard amount of mildewcide in them. We recommend adding an additional mildewcide packet if you live in an area that is prone to high humidity and high temperatures. We sell a mildewcide additive called Stayclean I/E.